1956 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XF |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
